While he expects Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to be his main rivals for France Football's coveted prize, Griezmann is confident 2018 could be his year.

"We know Messi and Cristiano will be there," he said. "From the last 16 of the Europa League and the quarter-finals of the World Cup, I think I was an important player. I was always present in key moments. So, this year, I have a small part to play."